AI Performance Engineer

Dell Technologies

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Work type
On-site
Location
Austin, TX
Salary
$112,200–$145,200 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 30, 2026

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Below market

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About Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies is a US-based technology company that designs and sells PCs, servers, storage and networking hardware, along with related software and IT services. Its product lines include the XPS, Latitude and Alienware PCs and the PowerEdge server and PowerStore storage families.

Dell Technologies currently has 102 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · AI Performance Engineer

The AI Performance Engineer joins the PC Systems Performance team to build foundational expertise in system-level performance engineering for next-generation PC platforms. You will develop autonomous tools for performance benchmarks, lab automation, and system characterization tests while applying AI-assisted tools to analyze performance data for optimization opportunities. Key responsibilities include hardware configuration, troubleshooting, and collaborating with firmware teams to drive performance strategy. You will utilize a technical stack including Windows operating systems, BIOS interfaces, Python, SQL, Excel, and Vibe code. The role requires proficiency with PC hardware components like CPUs, GPUs, and memory to address performance characterization, power efficiency, thermal optimization, and acoustic tuning. You will also use tools like Windows Performance Toolkit, ETW, and measurement equipment like power analyzers and thermal cameras.

What you'll do

  • Develop autonomous tools for performance benchmarks, lab automation, and system characterization tests.
  • Apply AI-assisted tools to analyze performance data and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Create clear visualizations and recommendations based on performance data analysis.
  • Drive performance strategy and deliver competitive solutions with firmware and product teams.
  • Perform hands-on hardware configuration, test system setup, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Conduct performance engineering tasks including benchmarking, power efficiency, and thermal optimization.

What we're looking for

  • Proficiency with Windows operating systems, system configuration, and BIOS interfaces.
  • Understanding of PC hardware components and their impact on system performance.
  • Ability to use data tools including AI harnesses, Excel, Vibe code, Python, and SQL.
  • Ability to perform hands-on technical work including hardware assembly, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to present technical findings and work across teams.
  • BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering field (preferred).
  • Experience with performance benchmarking, PC building, gaming, or overclocking (preferred).
  • Familiarity with performance tools, scripting languages, data visualization tools, or measurement equipment (preferred).

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